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Mumbai: Dharavi Shows How To Fight COVID-19. Daily Coronavirus Count Declines Sharply
Mumbai’s Dharavi, which once emerged as a COVID-19 hotspot of the city during the initial months of the pandemic, is now witnessing a sharp decline in the number of average daily cases.
Asia’s largest slum has not reported a single death from coronavirus pandemic in the first week of June. While Dharavi reported an average of 47 cases in May, which has come down to 27 in June. The doubling rate has improved to 44 days in June. Nearly 50% of total coronavirus cases have been recovered in this area. On 8 June, 12 new cases were recorded in the area and 13 new cases were confirmed 7 June. However, there were 26 new cases and 2 deaths on June 9.
Kiran Dighawkar, the assistant municipal commissioner of BMC G North ward, that covers Dharavi, attributed Maharashtra government’s ‘chases the virus’ policy to win the battle against coronavirus. Aggressive contact tracing, isolation and testing have helped Mumbai to lower the number of positive cases. “Nearly 4 lakh people have been screened by BMC health workers, private clinic doctors, mobile van, Municipal dispensary,” Dighawkar said.
“We worked on the formula of screen maximum number of people for fever, oxygen level and other symptoms and isolate them and test them proactively,” he added.
Maharashtra government has set up fever clinics to identify the people showing symptoms of coronavirus infection. If a patient shows any symptoms, he or she will be isolated immediately to contain the spread of the virus, Dighawkar explained.
Dharavi in central Mumbai had reported the first coronavirus case on April 1, almost a week after the national lockdown came into force. Since then, the area has become a focal point of coronavirus pandemic as it is home to over 8 lakh people. The total number of positive cases in Dharavi stands at 1,912 as of June 7.
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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024
Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Delhi on October 22, 2024 here.
The temperature in Delhi today, on October 22, 2024, is 32.93 °C. The day’s forecast indicates a minimum and maximum temperature of 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, respectively. The relative humidity is 26% and the wind speed is 26 km/h. The sun rose at 06:26 AM and will set at 05:44 PM.
Tomorrow, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, Delhi is predicted to experience a minimum and maximum temperature of 27.42 °C and 34.91 °C, respectively. Tomorrow humidity levels will be at 20%.
With temperatures ranging between 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, prepare for a hot day and plan outdoor activities accordingly. If you are sensitive to heat, take note of the weather forecast and consider appropriate attire and activities suitable for the prevailing weather.
The AQI in Delhi today stands at 334.0, falling in the very poor category. Everyone should be cautious. Children and people with respiratory diseases, such as asthma, should stay indoors and others should also limit their outdoor activities. Usage of masks and air purifying devices is advised. Being aware of the AQI helps one make informed decisions regarding one’s overall well-being while planning the day’s activities.
Weather and AQI predictions in Delhi for next 7 days:
Date Temperature Sky October 23, 2024 32.93 °C Sky is clear October 24, 2024 32.69 °C Sky is clear October 25, 2024 32.5 °C Sky is clear October 26, 2024 32.07 °C Sky is clear October 27, 2024 30.69 °C Sky is clear October 28, 2024 31.29 °C Sky is clear October 29, 2024 32.09 °C Sky is clear
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